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How do I word my baby shower invitation without sounding rude?

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I am having trouble on how to word my invitation that I will be cloth diapering and that instead of a card, I would like them to instead give a children's book and they use that as the card, signing the inside cover with their well wishes and such. Could you help?

I think Lisa's answer is very good. It's worded well and doesn't come off as mean, just as a reminder of what to keep in mind. Like for me, I don't want any electronic toys that are unnecessary for a baby, I'd rather get stuff I need than a bunch of toys, even stuffed animals I want to limit as I don't want a zoo before my LO is even here. I am also going to cloth diaper and will need to include that in the invite as well, and I think your idea of bringing a book and using the inside cover as a card is so wonderful! I think I might have to include that as well, especially when cards these days go for around $5, a book would be a much better option. (:

If you're including a line on your invitation about a store you're registered at perhaps you can tack on to the end "please keep in mind that we plan to use cloth diapers." As for requesting books I'd say " to help us begin creating special memories for our baby, wont you please consider giving a book in lieau of a card and include a special message inside?" Hope this helps! I like your thoughts and think you can incorporate your requests without sounding rude. Good luck!

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